Ohio State vs Iowa Free Pick and Prediction – March 12
🏀 NCAAB Matchup! Can Ohio State cover -5? Our AI model breaks down the stats and trends for this exciting matchup! 🎯 Pick inside!
Tonight, Iowa face off against Ohio State in an NCAAB matchup at 6:00 PM EST. Bovada has Ohio State as -5 favorites with a total of 154 points. Who will come out on top in this NCAA clash? Let’s break down the stats.
Game Details
- Matchup: Iowa @ Ohio State
- Date/Time: March 12, 2025, 6:00 PM EST
- Venue: Ohio State Home Arena
- Broadcast: TBD
Current Betting Lines (Bovada)
| Team | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 (-105) | O 154 |
| Ohio State | -5 (-115) | U 154 |
Team Comparison and Key Stats
Iowa (Away)
- Record: 16-15-0 (51.6% )
- Team Ranking: #59
- Team Rating: 10.6
- ATS: 11-19-1 (36.7% )
- Over/Under: 16-15-0 (51.6% to Over)
- Away PPG: 76.3
- Away Opponents PPG: 84.5
Ohio State (Home)
- Record: 17-14-0 (54.8% )
- Team Ranking: #29
- Team Rating: 15.2
- ATS: 16-15-0 (51.6% )
- Over/Under: 15-16-0 (48.4% to Over)
- Home PPG: 84.7
- Home Opponents PPG: 71.3
Team Statistics Comparison
| Category | Iowa (Away) | Ohio State (Home) |
|---|---|---|
| Season Record | 16-15-0 | 17-14-0 |
| Win Rate | 51.6% | 54.8% |
| Points Per Game | 82.3 (#13🟢) | 79.1 (#41🟢) |
| Offensive Efficiency | 1.128 (#27🟢) | 1.1 (#60🟢) |
| Defensive Efficiency | 1.085 (#295) | 1.021 (#145) |
| Turnovers Per Game | 9.9 (#26🟢) | 10.9 (#103) |
| True Shooting % | 117.0% (#32🟢) | 114.8% (#56🟢) |
| 3-Point Shooting % | 37.6% (#25🟢) | 37.2% (#33🟢) |
| Opponents 3-Point % | 34.4% (#216) | 30.1% (#13🟢) |
| Recent PPG (Last 3) | 74.7 | 87.7 |
| ATS Record | 11-19-1 | 16-15-0 |
| ATS Cover % | 36.7% | 51.6% |
Betting Trends and Insights
- Iowa is 36.7% ATS in their last 10 road games.
- Ohio State has gone Over in 48.4% of their last 10 home games.
Prediction and Free Pick
Prediction: Ohio State’s edge at home should shine, but Ohio State keeps it competitive. Our model sees value in this matchup.
Free Pick: Ohio State -5 (-110) – ★★★½☆
Rationale: Strong indicators from home court and efficiency drive this pick.
Model Prediction
- Projected Winner: Ohio State by 13.5 points
- Current Spread: Ohio State -5
- Pick: Ohio State -5
- Confidence: Strong
Note: This pick shows significant value based on our model.
Conclusion
The Iowa-Ohio State clash is set to deliver, and we’re backing Ohio State -5 as our free pick. Visit onlinewagerreview.com for more analysis and premium picks, or bet now at Bovada. Share your thoughts below—happy wagering!
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